Hi there! Framework for hyperlocal media piece will be placed here. So not to use up too much of your time this is what I think we should do: 1. I’ll revise what we spoke about last time. Something about writing a piece for a one man band (Andy is Read more…
Vinyl Community Collaborative Composing Project Hey there lovelies! Here’s the page for us to share findings. Context: Task 1: Please introduce yourself and what you’d be interested in contributing to the project to the gang. Task 2: Please share your top 5 tracks which must include orchestral arrangers (soul/jazz/RnB/pop of Read more…
“I’m Ronnie. I run the record shop and I’ve run records shops since 1990 and I‘ve had my own shop since 1993. So I’ve been doing it some of my adult life. How do I find this, this, the most amazing happen chance and for 2 weeks after finding it, Read more…
I’m collaborating with Heart n Soul artist Robyn Steward to create a hyperlocal piece of music inspired by this little gem/oasis in the heart of Deptford. The sea makes up a large part of Deptford’s history, informs owner of Vinyl, Ronnie Morrow. So I’m currently listening and researching music associated Read more…
I’m going to use my website more to serve as a brain dump for my PhD musings on ‘composing in a hyperlocal environment’. I’ve entered my second year of research and I’m currently thinking about the first year of fieldwork that has taken place. My project for-Wards is the main Read more…
March time. Spring is here! I have literally 2 months to compose 4 pieces of music that make up the Selly Oak District Commission. I reckon I’ll be able to do it! I’m clearer about two pieces I need to write. I have nearly completed the Bournville ward piece, I Read more…
Whilst at uni I remember hearing a wonderful string sample on Ugly duckling’s ‘I did it Like this’ track. I’ve been dusting off some vinyl and was transported down memory lane… It’s taken from Mike James Kirland’s super funky, socially charged LP and track of the same name ‘Hang On Read more…